MAGGIE L. WILSON(1941 - 2018)

WILSON "Gladys" was born on October 31,1941 in Clayton, Alabama to parents Jasper and Essie Mays, who preceded her in death. The family moved to Ohio in the late 50's and Maggie was educated in Akron and Cleveland Public Schools. Being the brave, strong woman that she was, she soon ventured off to California where she received her LVN nursing license. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and raised her family as members of Gethsemane Baptist Church. She was married 3 times and her husbands all preceded her in death: Willie Scott, Robert Rone; and Lee Wilson. She leaves to honor her life her 6 children: Denise (Chris), Wanda, Sonjia, Antionette, Keith, Felicia (Lamont). She also leaves to honor her life, her brother James Mays. She was preceded in death by her brothers Eddiie B. Mays, and Joe Louis. Maggie was the proud grandparent of 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She would open her arms, home, and kitchen to anyone who needed it. Many people who came to know and love her often referred to her as "Momma." She also leaves to honor her life a very special friend, Michael Hale, 2 "adopted" daughters; Joyce McDougal, and Marie Hogan, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and other "adopted" family. A service Celebrating Maggie's life will be held Monday, March 12th, 2018 at 11:00 am at Gethsemane Baptist Church, 1885 E. 79th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44103.